Business & Markets

Footprints for our future

A week-long environmental initiative is taking place across the Bay of Plenty next month, uniting Rotary clubs, schools and community groups in a collective... Read More

Salads recalled over metal filings risk

Ready-to-eat salads sold at supermarkets throughout New Zealand are being recalled because of the presence of metal filings. Speirs Foods brand salads sold... Read More

Building inspection target now in force

A mandatory target to speed up building inspection wait times came into force this month, said Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk. 'We know that... Read More

Te Puke housing project opens

Te Puke's Evergreen House - Whare Katoa was opened this month with a celebration service at Te Puke Baptist Church, followed by a blessing, opening and shared... Read More

Volunteers for Kōpūrererua Valley planting

Tauranga families have a unique opportunity to plant a native tree, snap a selfie, and return in the years ahead to watch it grow — all while helping restore... Read More

Forum highlights business for social good

Profit and purpose can go hand in hand - and a growing movement is proving it. At the Towards A Purposeful Economy forum, held in Tauranga on August 20, attendees... Read More

Bees' vital role boosts $7.54b hort industry

The humble honeybee plays a vital role in New Zealand's growing horticultural industry, currently valued at $7.54 billion. And this September, Apiculture... Read More

Sisters in Country back in Tauranga

Sponsored Content This Sunday, August 31, Bay of Plenty music lovers are in for a treat as the Sisters in Country, a dynamic trio of New Zealand country music... Read More

Orchid enthusiasts prepare for showcase event

'It does become an addiction,” admitted Bethlehem's orchid-obsessed Sharron Page-Moreton. Page-Moreton and her daughter Carrie Page have been growing... Read More

Port development delays hit $90m potential savings

Increased volume through the Port of Tauranga drove a 23% lift in its underlying net profit to $126 million for the June year, the company said. The result... Read More

Celebrating 25 years of the Weekend Sun

This month marks a significant milestone for Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty region: the Weekend Sun newspaper celebrates 25 years since its first edition hit... Read More

Stuff staff to walk off the job and picket

E tū members at media company Stuff are going on strike on Thursday afternoon. They are protesting in response to what they say are low pay offers and attempts... Read More